What is the climate of Crete like?

[ssherie_]

Since the island is so big, and so far south, is it different to the rest of Greece?

 

[k_tsoukalas]

The climate seems similar to the rest of Greece, but it also might be a little warmer because it is further south. I have had warm and delightful beach days on Crete late October/Early November, and I am not sure that would necessarily happen in other parts of Greece?

 

[cretarentcarrental]

Crete has a Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and mild winters. Spring and autumn are lovely, with warm days and fewer crowds. The south coast is usually a bit warmer. Whatever the season, a car makes touring easier, and Cretarent is a good place to book one.